Find a Newborn Care Specialist Near Me in Grand Rapids, MI

I'm a West Michigan mom of four who married her high school sweetheart and runs on chocolate & peanut butter. As a health educator by degree, my desire to support & champion others flourishes every time I hear a birth story. This fascination I have for all things pregnancy, birth & postpartum that led me to become a doula stems from my own experience advocating for my birth wishes and learning to trust my intuition. I hope every birthing person I meet knows this - your birth experience matters, your intuition is mighty and I will always be your supporter.

Hi there, I have 9 years of experience as a doula, feel free to check out my website for more information!

Hello, and welcome. My name is Melissa, and I’m the doula and heart behind Held at Tulia — a space rooted in stillness, strength, and deep presence. “Tulia” means to be calm in Swahili, and that spirit of grounded peace shapes the care I offer. As a full-spectrum doula, I walk alongside you through all the sacred and complex chapters of your reproductive journey — from fertility and birth to postpartum, loss, and every moment in between. My approach is intuitive, nonjudgmental, and rooted in honoring your autonomy and wisdom. As a woman, I understand how vital it is to feel truly seen, heard, and held — especially in moments when the world doesn’t always offer that care freely. I am committed to creating a space where your choices are respected, your identity is affirmed, and your experiences are witnessed with compassion. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating abortion or loss, healing in postpartum, or simply seeking steady hands and an open heart — you belong here. Held at Tulia is not just a service, but a sanctuary.

Hello I’m Petra I have 9 years of Nanny work and have gone through a 16 week Full Spectrum Doula course to include Fertility, Labor, and Postpartum training

I have been a certified professional postpartum doula and infant feeding specialist for the past six years. I specialize in overnight care and sleep support. I live in Grand Rapids with my husband and three daughters.

I am a compassionate and supportive doula dedicated to nurturing families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey. My role is to provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support, helping birthing people feel empowered, informed, and respected in their choices. I bring a calm presence, active listening, and a deep respect for the natural rhythms of birth, while also adapting to the unique needs and preferences of each family. My approach combines evidence-based knowledge with intuitive care, ensuring that families feel safe, heard, and confident. Whether through comfort measures, advocacy, or simply holding space, I strive to create a grounded, reassuring environment that allows the birthing process to unfold with dignity and strength.

Hi! I’m currently a full time night shift registered nurse on a psychiatric medical unit. Throughout nursing school I was a nanny working with a family from birth to almost 2 years of age. I spent most of my adolescence babysitting, volunteering at local elementary schools, and recently was a volunteer for new moms in need. I am used to staying up through the night for work and would love to help a family out during the night.

I am a mother I have breastfed all my babies I have firsthand experience and knowledge in the whole process of adjusting to parenting. I am very resourceful, I have lived in the Grand Rapids area my whole life, so, I am pretty familiar with a lot of things in the city. My Mission as your Postpartum Doula is to help you transition into your role as a new parent. My goal is to make this transition as easy as possible, and to provide you with the necessary resources to ensure your new families, continued health and well-being.

Hello, my name is Kayla. I have worked in the childcare field for 10 years from church nurseries, daycare centers, and ABA clinics. I am a mother as well with a special needs girl at home. I take pride in helping families feel that comfort that their child is in good hands. I’m drawn to this because of the closer relationship to a family and independent work. I am CPR certified and very flexible/eager to help with anything! In my free time I enjoy cooking, spending time with my family, and going to the beach.

My name is Meghon! I'm a mom of 2 three and under, a c-section mama, home birth mama, formula mama, and exclusively breastfeeding mama! If there's one thing I take away from parenting, it's that it's a journey and there's a ton of right ways to do it. You're doing great! As a postpartum doula, I am committed to providing compassionate, nonjudgemental, and trauma informed care and guidance for mothers, partners, and families. I believe that the postpartum period deserves as much attention and care as pregnancy and birth, and I'm passionate about fostering an environment where families can thrive, grow, heal, and create lasting memories while they get to know their newest tiny bestie.

I believe support for each mama looks different. I am passionate about supporting moms who are first time moms, single moms and moms who are looking to birth unmedicated whether in hospital or out of hospital birth. I have had two home births and I hope to help empower other mama's and their voice in their pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience.

I'm a career nanny and Newborn Care Specialist with a Master's in Childhood Studies. I'm also currently working towards certification as a post-natal mental health specialist. My approach to working with both parents and children is a calm environment, lots of empathy, and a focus on parental well-being and children's rights. I've primarily worked with children ages newborn to 5 years old, with focused interest in sleep, development, language acquisition, and children's rights- particularly how caregivers can apply the UNCRC to the every day care of children. I've been blessed with some amazing, lovely nanny families throughout my career, and I've had the good fortune to work with both celebrity clients and members of a royal family. I'm very easy-going, I tend to get along with everyone, and I value kindess, tolerance, and communication.

I'm a newly practicing doula from west michigan!

I am Stephanie, a full spectrum Doula located in Muskegon, MI - I provide support in person & also virtually. As a full spectrum Doula I service Birth, Postpartum & also loss clients. I am a Spiritual Doula who also offers Reiki Healing, Herbal Teas, Yoni Steams & Bath Salts.

I grew up in west Michigan, cradled by the crescent moon grin of the Great Lakes. My desire to become a doula first took root in experiences I had volunteering with local organizations and non-profits when I was in high school. My passion for community-based care began in the basement of a neighborhood church, where I first volunteered with a non-profit organization dedicated to helping families find and keep secure housing for their children. From these initial experiences, I got to witness first-hand how important it is for families to be well-informed and unconditionally supported in order to thrive together. The roots of my work as a doula and student midwife are the same as they were back then, before I even began birth work : when families are given non-judgemental support and evidence-based education during their transition into parenthood, they can have the most satisfying, empowering experience possible. As a doula, I emphasize a client-centered approach where you are seen as the expert in your own care; together, using support and education, we will create a birth / postpartum plan that supports the health and well-being of you, your baby, and your support team.

I am a holistic birth and postpartum doula and childbirth educator.

Hello there! My name is Gabriayle Stapf, owner of Five and Mine Doula Care LLC. I am a mother of four beautiful children with a passion to help others have the birth and postpartum experience they desire! I know that help can be expensive and I try my best to keep my prices low so that everyone can afford the support and care that everyone should have during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Birth can be scary and postpartum can be lonely and we all need a village. I cannot wait to be your village!

Hello! I am a student postpartum doula near South Haven, with a special interest in maternal mental health. I strongly believe in the sacredness of the postpartum period and have seen firsthand how an additional support person can benefit a family during this special time. Because I am still working towards certification, my rates are adjusted accordingly.

Hi, I’m Jamara — a proud mom of two and a passionate doula who believes every woman deserves to be supported, seen, and empowered during her journey into motherhood. Becoming a mother myself opened my eyes to the emotional, physical, and spiritual strength that birth requires — and the importance of having someone present solely for you. That experience grounded my purpose: to advocate, care, and stand beside women during one of the most sacred transitions of their lives. To me, this is more than a service — it’s heart-filled, purpose-driven work. I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where mothers feel heard, respected, and supported every step of the way. Whether it’s offering comfort, guidance, or simply being a steady presence, I am here to advocate for your voice and your birth experience. Your birth. Your story. Your strength. I’m honored to walk this journey with you

Maker Maternal Health seeks to provide a comprehensive approach to redeeming the birth experience. Our team of doulas serves Southwest Michigan and collectively equips clients with evidence-based information. We advocate for the birthing mother to make informed decisions through the use of varied practices to aid in trusting her body and ultimately reducing her fears. We envision changing the negative narrative of birth in a distinctly different way: combining the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of maternity support.